QUESTION: 409 Topic Exam B: Section 2 (Reading)

Greek mythology is a vehicle that uses mythological characters and creatures to teach people about the dangers, beauties and possible outcomes of life. In many myths, characters face moral dilemmas involving honor and practicality. The protagonists of epics face creatures that represent values and challenges such as respect, temptation and redemption. How has Greek mythology inevitably evolved with time and new story tellers? Scholars that have interpreted Greek mythology seek to maintain the universal values conveyed in these stories, while ensuring the validity of adapting these stories to their own distinct cultures. It is up to each reader to seek their own truths and learn from epic Greek mythology as best they can.

According to the author's description, which of the following is most likely to be a message from Greek mythology?

Love is difficult, but it will last if the lovers are meant to be together.
Resisting temptation and immediate gratification will lead to ultimate success.
It is important to keep track of your personal history.
Passing down Greek mythology has taken on a new form since oral records faded.
It is not the fastest, but the longest lasting that wins the race.

Answer(s): B

Explanation:

Although almost each of these messages (except choice D) is valid and could be interpreted from Greek mythology, only one fits the author's description. The author explicitly mentions "dangers," "outcomes of life" and "temptation". Choice B clearly mentions temptation, which is a danger, and how it affects your outcome in life (ultimate success). Choice A and choice E are compelling choices, but the author does not make a direct reference to these lessons. Choice B is the best choice.

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QUESTION: 410 Topic Exam B: Section 2 (Reading)

Greek mythology is a vehicle that uses mythological characters and creatures to teach people about the dangers, beauties and possible outcomes of life. In many myths, characters face moral dilemmas involving honor and practicality. The protagonists of epics face creatures that represent values and challenges such as respect, temptation and redemption. How has Greek mythology inevitably evolved with time and new story tellers? Scholars that have interpreted Greek mythology seek to maintain the universal values conveyed in these stories, while ensuring the validity of adapting these stories to their own distinct cultures. It is up to each reader to seek their own truths and learn from epic Greek mythology as best they can.

Which word best describes the author's account of Greek mythology?

idealistic
pessimistic
dubious
critical
mysterious

Answer(s): A

Explanation:

The author describes the high moral lessons learned from Greek mythology and how epics can instill key values in readers. Though Greek mythology was also rife with sexual encounters and dirty human actions, the author conveys strictly positive characteristics about epics and their utility. Clearly, the author's account is idealistic. Choice A is the best. Because the author is neither pessimistic (choice B) nor doubtful, or dubious (choice C). Now one can look at choice A, D and E. The author does not really criticize Greek mythology; in fact, the author praises it. Also, the author's account, or description, of Greek mythology is not mysterious; although, the actual mythology may very well be mysterious. Only choice A, idealistic, captures the sentiment attached to the author's account of Greek mythology.

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QUESTION: 411 Topic Exam B: Section 2 (Reading)

Disequilibrium at the interface of water and air is a factor on which the transfer of heat and water vapor from the ocean to the air depends. The air within about a millimeter of the water is almost saturated with water vapor and the temperature of the air is close to that of the surface water. Irrespective of how small these differences might be, they are crucial, and the disequilibrium is maintained by air near the surface mixing with air higher up, which is typically appreciably cooler and lower in water vapor content. The turbulence, which takes its energy from the wind mixes the air. As the speed of wind increases, so does the turbulence, and consequently the rate of heat and moisture transfer. We can arrive at a detailed understanding of this phenomenon after further study. The transfer of momentum from wind to water, which occurs when waves are formed is an interacting and complicated phenomenon. When waves are made by the wind, it transfers important amounts of energy, which is consequently not available for the production of turbulence.

This passage principally intends to:

resolve a controversy
attempt a description of a phenomenon
sketch a theory
reinforce certain research findings
tabulate various observations

Answer(s): B

Explanation:

The answer is B, because in the passage the author starts to describe a phenomenon.

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QUESTION: 412 Topic Exam B: Section 2 (Reading)

I only
II only
I and II only
II and III only
I, II, and III

Answer(s): A

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